DRIVER CPC INITIAL QUALIFICATION

Certificate of Professional Competence

The Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) is a European Union wide training directive, Vehicle Drivers Regulations 2007, introduced to maintain high standards of driving and improve road safety.

HOW TO GET AND KEEP THE FULL DRIVER CPC

Apply for a provisional lorry or bus licence

Pass the 4 tests that make up Driver CPC to qualify

Take 35 hours of periodic training every five years to stay qualified

Sign a declaration every five years until you’re 45 to show you still meet the medical standards

Provide a medical report every five years after you’re 45 to renew your driving licence - you need to do this every year when you reach 65

Pass mark: Overall score of 80% with 15 out of 20 possible points in each topic area (75%)Location: Conducted on site

Courses are available throughout the year and Merlin Academy can supply a training instructor directly to your company. We can train both at Merlin Academy training Centre’s or if required at your own company site.